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Top 10 Preakness trends
To get you ready for the second leg of the Triple Crown, let's look back on the last decade of races, as we examine the top 10 Preakness racing trends.
Racing
MLB picks: Cardinals vs. Brewers, Twins vs. White Sox
Central division teams will be in the spotlight as we make our Wednesday night MLB selections!
MLB
How to bet the 2021 Preakness on different budgets
Depending on the budget you’ve allocated for betting Saturday's Preakness (G1) at Pimlico, we’ve assembled three wagering strategies at costs of $24, $48, and $96.
Racing
The best longshot to bet in the 2021 Preakness
It seems as though everyone is talking about the three logical favorites entered in Saturday’s $1 million Preakness (G1) at Pimlico. But what if you want to play outside the box with a longshot?
Racing
Analyzing the running styles of 2021 Preakness contenders
To aid our handicapping of the Preakness (G1), let’s break down the contenders into four running style quadrants, based on their past performances and post positions.
Racing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for May 12
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Wednesday, May 12 at Indiana Grand and Thistledown, plus a ticket for the $204,057 Super High 5 carryover at Penn National.
Racing
5 Preakness handicapping trends to consider
To enhance our understanding of Pimlico’s signature 1 3/16-mile race, let’s explore five Preakness (G1) handicapping trends worth keeping in mind.
Racing
The best betting props for the 2021 AT&T Byron Nelson
TwinSpires golf analyst Josh Powell offers his top four betting props for the 2021 AT&T Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch.
Golf
Ranking the greatest Phoenix Suns players of all time
From the Mike D’Antoni-coached "Seven Seconds or Less" Suns to the squads led by Charles Barkley in the 1990’s, Phoenix has produced plenty of players whose greatest moments stand the test of time.
NBA
Monopoly slot machine odds, strategy, and bonus to play online
It’s perhaps the longest-running and most popular board game in history, so it’s no surprise that Monopoly has become a hot casino property.
Casino News
Jason Beem horse racing podcast: May 12, 2021
Jason opens the show recapping some betting themes that came up on opening night at Grants Pass Downs. He also discusses the Preakness draw as well as Friday's card at Pimlico which features the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes and the Pimlico Special.
Racing
2021 Preakness Stakes one-liners
Analysis of the Preakness S. (G1) historically turns on what you think of the Kentucky Derby (G1), but Saturday’s renewal ups the ante.
Racing
3 takeaways from the 2021 Preakness post position draw
Which horses stand to benefit from their post draws, and which horses might be disadvantaged? Here are three takeaways from the 2021 Preakness (G1) post position draw.
Racing
Sha Tin: Grass Island H. for Wed. May 11
Two of Hong Kong’s most exciting three-year-old sprinters take each other on in an epic clash of styles in the Grass Island Handicap (1000m, or about five furlongs) at Sha Tin on Wednesday. Winner Method has won all three of his starts in Hong Kong, in each start leading or sitting just off the pace, while Carroll Street has won two of his three starts, rallying from well off the pace in each.
Racing
The 2021 Preakness Stakes by the numbers
The second leg of the Triple Crown is up for grabs at Pimlico, so let's dive into some numbers, stats, and facts about the "Run for the Black-Eyed Susans."
Racing
Chelsea vs. Arsenal betting odds, preview, and pick
Premier League fans can look forward to a rare mid-week North West London derby on Wednesday when the Gunners visit Stamford Bridge to take on Chelsea.
Soccer
2021 Preakness Stakes field and ML odds
Medina Spirit has drawn post 3 and was installed the morning line favorite for Saturday's $1.5 million Preakness S. (G1) at Pimlico.
Racing
Pimlico track update for May 11
Saturday at Pimlico features the second jewel of the Triple Crown, the Preakness Stakes (G1). However, the entire week features competitive racing, including stakes in a full range of divisions. Pimlico has been running a couple of weeks now, longer than usual leading into the Preakness, so let's learn the major local players!
Racing
Hoosier harness plays: May 12
For the program on May 12 at Hoosier Park, we suggest some horses for selected plays that may fit in any type of wager.
Betting Info
The most traded players in NBA history
Here are the five players who have been traded the most in their NBA careers.
NBA
NBA stars who retired too soon
Not all NBA players retire because of age or dwindling performance. These five stars stunned fans and teammates alike by stepping away in their prime.
NBA
What is a push in sports betting?
Learn how sportsbooks handle ties with the help of our handy tutorial.
TwinSpires
Everything you need to know about the FCS National Championship Game
Surprised to discover there's a meaningful football game being played in May? Here's everything you need to know about the 2021 FCS National Championship Game.
College Football
MLB picks: Phillies vs. Nationals, Royals vs. Tigers
Let’s focus on a pair of divisional games as we make our Tuesday night baseball selections.
MLB
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for May 11
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Tuesday at Indiana Grand and Parx Racing, along with thoughts on vulnerable favorites in the $38,221 Pick 6 carryover at Indiana Grand.
Racing
Sam Houston State vs. South Dakota State: FCS National Championship odds and preview
The Sam Houston State Bearkats are set to square off against the South Dakota State Jackrabbits in the FCS National Championship on Sunday, May 16.
College Football
The Buzz around Charlotte is the Hornets are playoff bound
The Hornets may be down after a home loss to the Pelicans, but they're certainly not out. Here are three reasons why Charlotte could still be playoff-bound.
NBA
Can Mike Trout be baseball's next .400 hitter?
Offense may be down this season, but Mike Trout's average is way up. Can he become the first player since Ted Williams to hit over .400?
MLB
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: May 11, 2021
Jason recaps some of the news of the day and welcomes in Nicolle Neulist to talk Arlington Park opening, Chicago racing, the Preakness, and more!
Racing
TwinSpires Casino player wins $37,000 on $3 bet on Rise of the Mountain King slot
There’s a new king of the mountain today at TwinSpires Casino after a Michigan resident won $37,383.20 on a $3 bet playing our Rise of the Mountain King slot game.
Casino News
Preakness news roundup and workouts report: May 10, 2021
The 146th running of the $1 million Preakness (G1) at Pimlico is just five days away. Let’s catch up on all the latest Preakness news, notes, and workout reports.
Racing
Slot of the Week: Butterfly Staxx 2
Experience the world of fluttering butterflies and colorful flowers with Butterfly Staxx 2!
Casino News
Pedigree Profile: Ram
From claimer to Triple Crown contender, Ram has made great progress. The improving chestnut sold for $375,000 as a yearling, at least in part because he’s bred to be a high-class prospect.
Racing
The best Big Threes in NBA history
They say that good things come in threes, and that’s especially true in the NBA, where some of the most dominant teams in league history have been powered by high-scoring trios.
NBA
Trey Lance tied for second-best odds to win NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year
Trey Lance's odds of winning Offensive Rookie of the Year skyrocketed after being taken third overall in the 2021 NFL Draft.
NFL
UFC 262: Dariush vs. Ferguson betting odds, preview, and pick
Beneil Dariush hopes to push Tony Ferguson further down the lightweight rankings when the two fighters meet at UFC 262 on May 15.
MMA
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for May 10
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Monday, May 10 at Indiana Grand and Will Rogers Downs, along with a pair of potential singles in Indiana Grand’s $27,715 Pick 6 carryover.
Racing
MLB picks: Red Sox vs. Orioles, Rangers vs. Giants
It’s a relatively small Monday slate of MLB games, but the betting opportunities are plentiful!
MLB
The best pound-for-pound players in NFL history
Although size and strength certainly have their place in the NFL, some of the most exciting players in league history have excelled despite possessing smaller frames.
NFL
UFC 262: Oliveira vs. Chandler betting odds, preview, and pick
The UFC lightweight round-robin continues when Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler face off for the vacant title at UFC 262.
MMA
Team USA heavily favored in 2021 Ryder Cup odds
Team USA enters the 2021 Ryder Cup as -137 favorites despite a poor record in recent years.
Golf
Can Simmons steal the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award from Gobert?
Rudy Gobert is heavily favored to win NBA Defensive Player of the Year honors, but Ben Simmons believes he is the league’s best stopper.
NBA
Jason Beem horse racing podcast: May 10, 2021
Jason looks back at all the racing news and action from the past weekend as well as starting to look ahead to the Preakness Stakes coming up Saturday.
Racing
Harness Weekly Update: Mild Reynolds Success; Chalk Rules
The TwinSpires Harness Blog Weekly Update covers our successes and failures from selected features and the horses-to-watch list (H2W).
Betting Info
Brewers have emerged as intriguing World Series longshot
The price might be right to take a swing on the Brewers, who have fallen from +4400 to +2200 to win the 2021 World Series over a three-week span.
MLB
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for May 9
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Sunday, May 9 at Belmont Park and Churchill Downs, along with thoughts on vulnerable favorites in Santa Anita’s $393,643 Pick 6 carryover.
wagering
Braves' World Series odds take a hit after falling to fourth in NL East
The Atlanta Braves – one of the preseason favorites to win the World Series – have been mediocre for much of 2021. They've risen from +1000 to win the World Series to +1500 over a three-week span.
MLB
The greatest Bowl Game in racing history
One of the greatest bowl games in history has nothing at all to do with football.
Racing
May 9 Stakes Selections at Belmont Park and Santa Anita
A stakes race will be hosted by both Belmont Park and Santa Anita on Sunday, each serving as a $100,000 feature at their respective venues.
Racing
Over/Under on Zach Wilson touchdown passes set at 21.5
All indications are that Zach Wilson will start as a rookie for the New York Jets, so it’s time to take a look at his Over/Under lines for the 2021 campaign.
NFL
